Check out our free Kings vs Ducks pick and preview for this NHL matchup in Anaheim. See who we like to win and cover the puck line in this regular season NHL matchup.
- The Kings sit at 12-8-3.
- Los Angeles is 17th in power play goals this season.
- The Kings are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Blackhawks.
- The Ducks play host to the Kings with a 9-9-3 record.
- Anaheim is 18th in power play goals this season.
- The Ducks are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Blackhawks.
Kings vs Ducks Preview
The Kings and Ducks are set to face off at 3:30 ET on ESPN+. The Ducks will host the game at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. The Kings are the -1.5 goal favorites in this Pacific division matchup against the Ducks. The over/under for the game is set at 5.5 goals.
Kings vs. Ducks Matchup At A Glance
- Sport: NHL
- Teams: Los Angeles Kings at Anaheim Ducks
- Where: Anaheim at Honda Center
- Date: Friday, November 29th
- Betting Odds LA -1.5, LA -191 | ANA +161 O/U 5.5
Kings Preview: Does Los Angeles Have What it Takes on the Road?
Los Angeles fell to 12-8-3 after a 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks. The Kings were favored on the puck line and failed to cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined 7 goals went over.
The Kings held a 3-2 lead in the third period, but Chicago tied it with 31 seconds left. Los Angeles had been up 2-0 before the Blackhawks scored three unanswered goals.
Alex Laferriere netted his 7th and 8th goals of the season, with the first coming on a power play at 16:03 in the first period. Phillip Danault added his 1st goal of the year at 8:12 in the third period, having also picked up his 4th assist on Laferriere’s second goal.
Kevin Fiala contributed with his 4th and 5th assists of the season. The Kings fired 40 shots on goal but were hindered by 13 giveaways.
Defensively, the Kings had a rough finish, giving up three goals in the third period, including the game-tying goal with just 31 seconds left. Goalie Darcy Kuemper recorded 18 saves with a save percentage of 85.7%. The Kings' defense also had 6 takeaways and 24 hits.
Ducks Preview: Can Anaheim Pull Off a Home Win?
Anaheim’s record dropped to 9-9-3 after a 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks. The Ducks were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 6 goals fell just short of that mark.
The Ducks fell behind 3-0 before scoring in the third period. Brock McGinn got Anaheim on the board at 9:44 in the third, and Mason McTavish added another goal with just 4 seconds left in the game.
Anaheim fired 39 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks. Brock McGinn scored his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish added his second goal on a power play with just four seconds left in the game.
Ross Johnston picked up his first assist of the season, with Troy Terry and Ryan Strome also adding assists. The Ducks ended the game with 16 giveaways.
Anaheim's defense struggled early, allowing two goals in the first period and another late in the second. The first came at 12:57 in the first, followed by a power-play goal at 16:44. Chicago added another power-play goal at 18:05 in the second. The Ducks' defense gave up a final goal at 17:43 in the third. Goalie Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with a save percentage of 86.2%.
Kings vs Ducks Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis
- Through their last five road contests, the Kings offense has averaged 2 goals per game while allowing an average of 3. Los Angeles posted an overall record of 2-3 while going 2-3 ATS.
- In their last five home games, Anaheim has averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 3. The team's record in this stretch was 2-3 while going 5-0.
- In their last ten games as the betting underdog, the Ducks have a straight up record of 4-6 and an puck line mark of 8-2.
- Spanning across their last ten games as the betting favorite, the Kings have gone 2-8 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 5-5.
Bet on the Kings vs Ducks Game
Use the visual below to click on the odds you want to bet. This will take you to the sportsbook of your choice allowing you to sign up and make your bet
Kings vs Ducks Free Pick
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Pick: OVER 5.5 Goals
- Bet this NHL Game at BetMGM| DraftKings | Fanduel | BetRivers
